Wedding Photographers in Carmel Valley, CA

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Mariah R. Photography & Film

5.0

Minot, ND
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

Light and bright, timeless photographs and videos for weddings and couples. ND, New England & CA based, available for travel. I describe myself as kind of Type A, kind of Type B. When it comes to photographing your wedding, I take a mixed approach of being a "fly on the wall" and guiding when appropriate. Lots of times my couples see their galleries and noticed things they had no clue even happened during the day. Candids and true documentary style photographs are what I strive to provide, as well as traditional photographs and poses.

Awarded Best of Zola
She was amazing! So easy to work with and was prepared for everything that happened during the day! I loved having her there in my big day and would recommend her to anyone!
Tracie C., 8 months ago
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Liz Koston Photography

5.0

Folsom, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

Northern California adventurous wedding and elopement photographer capturing your one of a kind love story and unforgettable experience. I love meeting couples, hearing about their love story, and being able to help them bring out their love in front of the camera in a natural way. From the little glances to the tender touches, I live for the small moments that make relationships truly unique. It’s all about the connection between you and your #1 person. I’m here to create an everlasting experience for my couples. One that you can relive through your photos for a lifetime.

Awarded Best of Zola
Liz Koston Photography, is my favorite photog! She does an amazing job styling and staging her shoots. She sees the little things and since working with her on a wedding I have hired her to do 3+ session for my business. Her photos and edits are always on point . She does an amazing job of communicating anything I'm missing and has made marketing for my business easy as can be! I recommend her to all of my clients!
Leslie Lyon, 4 years ago
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Wild Elegance

5.0

Oconomowoc, WI
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

Hello hello! My name is Marie and I am the owner and photographer for Wild Elegance. We are a brand for adventurers, for lovers of life, and genuine people who love those little moments between the moments in life and seek out truth over perfection. Your marriage is unique because of the relationships you have with the people you choose to celebrate with. Spending my day with you and your closest family and friends brings me such joy, and creating art out of some of the best moments of your life is something I am truly honored to be a part of for so many.

My husband and I absolutely adore Marie, she made our wedding celebration so easy going and I cannot wait to work with her again!
Alexandria M., 5 months ago
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Veronica Padron Photography

5.0

Portland, OR
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

Hi, I'm Veronica, a wedding and adventure elopement photographer who's lucky enough to have documented important moments like your wedding day for the past three years. Before going full-time into this business last year, I was in a totally different field for my day job! I have a BS in Aerospace Engineering from MIT and worked as a systems engineer at Boeing until I quit to put all my time and energy into my true passion - this biz! I love using my creative and technical skills to pause the perfect moments to capture all the emotions, warmth, color, and movement that will bring back that memory in the years to come!

Veronica was our wedding photographer, and we just loved working with her! She's an absolute delight and her photos are amazing. During our engagement shoot, she was incredibly personable and had a great way of making us do these silly dynamic poses that ultimately got us laughing at ourselves. This came out as spontaneous joy-filled candids that just so purely capture how we want to remember these moments. In terms of the actual photography, she comes from an aerospace engineering background, so she has a very technical approach to her work in addition to being overall great to work with. On our actual wedding day, it felt like she blended in as part of the wedding party - she was fun to hang out with and also helped with various odds and ends while getting ready! Everything felt seamless and professional, but also felt like having an extra friend! Highly recommend Veronica - she is such a gem and we are in love with her photography.
Harry & K., 2 years ago
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C Wagner Photography & Design LLC

5.0

Oakland, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

I’m Cherlyn (rhymes with Berlin). So nice to e-meet you! If we met in person and it wasn’t during a pandemic- I would probably hug you! I’m an introvert-extrovert and tend to ramble too much when I get nervous. In emails - I tend to use exclamation points a lot!! (and will agonize over my drafts of emails before sending them because they probably have one too many!!) My aim as your photographer is to provide a memorable experience where you two feel comfortable, taken care of, and get to fully enjoy your wedding day as much as possible with all your guests & loved ones - whether they be in real life or via livestream!

Working with Cherlyn has been an absolute pleasure! She has taken our engagement, wedding, and family photos, which have all turned out beautifully. She communicates clearly, has incredible attention to detail, completed absolutely everything on time, and takes the most perfect photos. I continue to return to Cherlyn for any photography needs - she’s the best!
Jordan & K., 4 months ago
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Virginie Carolina Photography

5.0

New York, NY
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $10,000
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

French-born international photographer, Virginie Carolina, is a story teller at heart. With incomparable discretion, she captures the essence of the day aiming to embrace a narrative, an atmosphere, a feeling, an emotion. Renowned for her finely-tuned French sensibility and discerning vision, she delivers natural and spontaneous moments with flawless aesthetic to capture timeless imagery and enduring moments in everyday's life.

Awarded Best of Zola
Virginie's photos are absolutely outstanding. She has immense photographic talent AND she has a romantic and creative eye that results in breathtaking (and tear-jerking) images. But it doesn't end there! She is also a lovely person and dedicated and funny and professional and prompt and generous with her time and attention. She's almost too good to be true, but she really is all of those things and more. I would recommend her for any event and any client because she is an absolute pleasure to work with and her photographic excellence leaves you with a visual memory of your special day to last a lifetime.
Tracey L. Brown, 4 years ago
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Whimsical Elopements

5.0

Redmond, OR
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

Hello! We are Rae and Travis, born and raised in Oregon, we have a deep passion for love and landscape. Our personal style is journalistic documentary photography, where we can create whimsical photos that in 50 years time you will look back upon and remember the romance of the day. We offer wedding photography from small elopements to destination weddings. Whether your wedding takes place at a Tahoe destination, Central Oregon, Seattle, anywhere in The Pacific Northwest or beyond we will capture your dream wedding. 

Rachael did the photos for our wedding, and we loved everything about them. Rachael is great with people and a beautiful soul. She did our winter wedding in Bend and the photos were everything we could have asked for! She captured every emotion perfectly. I would definitely recommend her for your occasion.
Lisa & D., 2 years ago
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Chernogorov Photography

5.0

Henderson, NV
  • Fine art style
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

Liliya and Albert are a husband and wife team specializing in capturing the stories of romantic and genuine couples, and they take this to heart as they document the most precious moments of life's most important events. Channeling their European aesthetic heritage, Liliya and Albert possess an ethereal touch for timeless wedding photography. They revel in capturing understated elegance, unexpected moments, honest expressions, and timeless memories. From Las Vegas, Miami, and all of California, to France and Italy, they travel to iconic destinations to curate timeless memories of life's most precious moments.

Awarded Best of Zola
Albert and Liliya are definitely one of the best wedding photographers in Vegas right now! Their communication was clear and they were professional throughout the day. First, planning with them prior to the wedding day helped ease the stress of the day. They let us know what we needed to prep before they arrived to capture all the details of my dress and accessories so it was easier to get started. Also, they helped with the timeline of the day, so we can have the most time doing our formal photos of us and our family. They scouted locations prior and knew the perfect spots around our neighborhood (at home wedding). They were very clear on how to pose too! My husband and I can be awkward in front of the camera but they gave us tips and tricks on our posture and posing so we looked natural in our photos. Also, as a husband and wife team, they were able to show us exactly how to do a pose before we had to do it ourselves which made it even more clear on how to carry out a pose. They were very efficient and professional during the whole process. During the ceremony, they were not an obstruction to the environment and still took beautiful pictures. They blended in and so happy they were able to capture all the special and emotional moments. Lastly, our family and friends cannot stop raving about how beautiful and creative the photos turned out! I have friends who are still showing their friends the photos because they are unreal! Also, our family who joined us that day, can’t stop raving about how professional, efficient, and great people Albert and Liliya. They are an amazing team! 10/10 recommend them for your wedding day!
Jazzmin and J., 4 years ago
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Melissa Atle

5.0

Santa Rosa, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

After 10 years and over 200 weddings, I know how to fold into a large group of people, how to be there and make it feel like I'm not. I've been documenting weddings for nearly a decade and I love it even more now than when I started. My work is candid, emotional, and comfortable. I love to infuse editorial and documentary moments into my galleries, but mostly I just love to be able to photograph moments as they unfold.

It’s been a year since our wedding and I still look at the photos Melissa captured of us on a daily basis. When we were going through the painstaking process of planning and budgeting for our wedding, photos were at the top of my list in terms of their importance. Enter Melissa—we met a year and a half before our wedding day when she took our engagement photos and it was basically love at first sight. We felt so incredibly comfortable with her almost immediately and by the end of our session, we were bantering and joking around like old friends. Flash forward to our wedding day—not only did Melissa take gorgeous photos of our ceremony, first look, reception, etc, but she was a support system and that is something that is truly invaluable on one of the biggest days of your life. I can’t recommend her more.
Jessie + M., 4 years ago
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Ozan Ulucan Photography

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Classic style
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

I am a professional wedding photographer, dedicated to capturing the beauty and emotion of your special day. I offer a variety of packages to fit any budget, and work closely with couples to understand their unique vision. I use a blend of film and digital photography for a timeless and romantic look. I understand that every wedding is unique and that each couple has their own personal style. That's why I take the time to get to know you and your partner. I am passionate about my work and committed to providing the highest level of service. Contact me for a consultation and let's create beautiful memories together.

Ozan Ulucan Photography captured our love story flawlessly. Their passion, attention to detail, and warmth made our wedding day truly unforgettable. The photos are absolute masterpieces, evoking emotions we'll treasure forever. Highly recommend for anyone seeking the best wedding photographer!
Destiny, 3 months ago
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Keith MacDonald Photography

5.0

Burlington, VT
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

When you’re building the dream team for your wedding day, we can be entrusted with your vision. We recognize that we’re tasked with a major responsibility: preserving the spirit of your day. We are aesthetic driven, inspired by nature and design, and obsessed with creating a brilliant collection of photographs that reflect your unique style. Our work is done best when you have the freedom to immerse yourself in the experience of your day. Let us give you that peace of mind.

Awarded Best of Zola
I cannot say enough good things about Keith and his work. In fact, I'm about two months late in posting this review because I've been spending so much time trying to ensure that it perfectly encapsulates how much we loved worked with Keith. This is my best shot (no photo pun intended), but know that my husband and I could go on for pages! We were SO lucky to be connected with Keith by my brother, a former college crew-mate, and even more fortunate that not only was Keith available for our wedding weekend but more than willing to travel out-of-state to photograph our big day. Of all of the vendors we worked with (and there were a lot, even though we ended up having a very small, COVID-conscious wedding), Keith made me feel the most comfortable and totally at ease from day one. He put a great deal of thought and time into his correspondence with me from the very first time I reached out (over a year before our wedding). He was extremely timely in his responses (and still is, even after the wedding!). Even virtually, I felt that we were able to develop a good relationship, which is so important with all of your vendors, but especially your photographer. Keith made every business transaction super easy and overall was just SO good to work with. In the weeks leading up to the wedding, Keith continued to demonstrate his patience and empathy as we endured many pandemic related changes. He did not add to that stress at all and his easy-going nature actually put me at ease just days before when I was trying to perfect a timeline for him. The day of the wedding was our first time meeting in person, but it felt like seeing an old friend. He was totally delightful to work with and made both my husband and I feel very comfortable in front of the camera, despite both of us being a little nervous about our modeling skills. Besides being an all-around great person - kind, quiet, thoughtful, intelligent, talented - Keith's photography is out-of-this world stunning. I mean, truly incredible! Monday morning after our wedding, we had tons of sneak peak photos and he delivered our complete album on our one-month anniversary (and remembered that it was our anniversary!) which was several weeks earlier than anticipated. He captured more emotion than I thought possible in EVERY SINGLE PHOTO. We can't stop looking at them, and neither can our friends and family. We cannot wait to book Keith again in the future. Don't hesitate - book Keith today. You won't regret it!
Morgan R., 3 years ago
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A Girl And A Camera Photography

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Classic style
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

I created A Girl and A Camera Photography in 2008 but have been around cameras my whole life. My Dad was a photographer so I learned from the best. Some people craft amazing stories in written word, others tell beautiful tales with music. I take pictures. Photography is my voice.

Awarded Best of Zola
I highly recommend Jennifer! I have worked with her several times and she is always so wonderful to work with. She is not only an amazing photographer, she is friendly and easy to get along with, which is important on your wedding day.
Lisa, 3 years ago

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About wedding photographers in Carmel Valley, CA

How much does a wedding photographer typically cost in Carmel Valley, CA?

A Carmel Valley, CA wedding photographer ranges from $400 to $20,000 and averages at $3,000. The cost reflects the number of hours included, if there is a second photographer, any prints or albums, and, most importantly, the experience of the photographer. But every snapshot they take is a priceless memory of your big day — way better than your bestie's blurry smartphone pics, right?

Do most photographers include a second photographer?

95% of photographers in Carmel Valley, CA offer a second photographer, although it typically depends on the package you book! Second photographers are helpful because one person can’t be everywhere at once, and the second photographer ensures all the details are covered.

Which are the most popular photographers in Carmel Valley, CA?

Some of the most popular photographers in this area include ozan ulucan photography, SweetEmms Photography and Ashley Cynthia Photography.

What else should I keep in mind when booking a wedding photographer?

Are you interested in an engagement shoot as a test run? Drone photography? Wedding albums? All helpful things to ask about when you’re considering which wedding photographer to book!

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